Fire & Security Access Control Technician

Wachter, Inc.; Milledgeville (GA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision benefits

Life/AD&D/LTD insurance

Paid vacation and holidays

Company-matched 401K

Per-Diem for overnight travel

Travel drive time & mileage paid

Company vehicle after orientation

Job summary

Wachter, Inc. is seeking a Fire Alarm/Intrusion/Access Control Service Technician for work at various retail locations across the United States.

You will install, troubleshoot, and service cabling and equipment, including IP video, access control, and fire alarm systems, with on-site support and remote troubleshooting as needed. The role requires reading blueprints, coordinating with project teams, and upholding NFPA standards, with occasional night shifts and travel up to 20-30%.

Qualifications

• Field installation experience in security environments: Fire Alarm /Intrusion / Access Control.
• NICET certification preferred.
• Current/valid state Physical Security and/or Life Safety licenses.
• Knowledge of NFPA standards (NFPA 70/72).
• Experience reading blueprints and site maps.
• Valid driver’s license with clean record (no DUI/DWI last 3 years).
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Install, troubleshoot, and repair cabling systems and equipment in IP Video, Access Control, Intrusion Alarm, LAN/WAN and wireless LAN.
• Run low voltage cabling in commercial buildings; some drilling and conduit work.

Skills

Field installation experience

NICET certification

Security licenses

NFPA knowledge

Blueprint reading

Driver's license

Microsoft Office

Communication skills

PPE proficiency

Willingness to travel

Job description

Wachter, Inc. is seeking a Fire Alarm/Intrusion/Access Control Service Technician for work at various retail locations across the United States.

You will install, troubleshoot, and service cabling and equipment, including IP video, access control, and fire alarm systems, with on-site support and remote troubleshooting as needed. The role requires reading blueprints, coordinating with project teams, and upholding NFPA standards, with occasional night shifts and travel up to 20-30%.